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The Hawaiian Lei
The history of the Hawaiian lei, different types
of leis and flowers used to make them, the
proper way to do a Hawaiian lei greeting,
where to buy a lei, and how tomake a Hawaiian lie.
Photo Credit: Hawaii Tourism Japan
How to Make a Hawaiian Lei
Free online istructions for making fresh flower
leis, seed leis, fresh leaf leis, paper leis, and
crocheted yarn leis, plus books with lei-making instructions
and lei identification guides.
How to Give and Receive a Lei
Traditions, etiquette, protocol of giving,
receiving, and wearing a lei. Also includes
instructions for storing and disposing of
a lei made of natural materials.
Lei Greeting Services in Hawaii
These companies will provide traditional lei greetings
at airports in Hawaii and some of the them also provide
other services such as airport transportation and
greetings featuring Hawaiian musicians or hula dancers.
Books About the Hawaiian Lei
A collection of books explaining how to make a Hawaiian lei
and books about the lei history, culture, and etiquette.
Articles About the Hawaiian Lei
A collection of articles with information about
the Hawaiian lei day holiday, lei etiquette,
and several introductions to the Hawaiian Lei.
Types of Hawaiian Lei
A guide to the different types of
lei you will see in Hawaii.
Hawaiian Burial at Sea Services
A traditional Hawaiian burial at sea will include
scattering a loved one's cremated ashes in the sea
followed by scattering lei or fresh flowers into the water.
Hawaiian Sea Burial Company
See also:
Lei and Tropical Flower Shops on the Web
May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii
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Related Links
The Culture of Hawaii
The Islands of Hawaii
Forum for Visitors to Hawaii
Hawaii Travel Newsletter
Elsewhere on the Web
Wikipedia on the Hawaiian Lei
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